D50 GC

D50 GC

Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Specifications

Units: 
Maximum Rating 50 ekW
Minimum Rating 50 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Cert., Tier 3, SCAQMD Compliant
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Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

    • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
    • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
    • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

    • Reliable, rugged, durable design
    • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
    • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

M-Frame Alternator

    • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
    • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
    • Robust Class H insulation

  November 20, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 50 ekW
Minimum Rating 50 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Cert., Tier 3, SCAQMD Compliant
Voltage 208 to 600 Volts
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 1800 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby
Engine Specifications
Engine Model C4.4, In-line 4, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Compression Ratio 18.2:1
Aspiration Turbocharged
Fuel System Common Rail
Governor Type Mechanical, ADEM™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum
Width - Maximum
Height - Maximum
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)

Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

    • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
    • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
    • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

    • Reliable, rugged, durable design
    • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
    • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

M-Frame Alternator

    • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
    • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
    • Robust Class H insulation

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

    • User-friendly interface and navigation
    • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
    • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

    • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

    • UL 2200 Listed
    • ULC Certification Available

One Safe Source

    • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
    • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
    • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
    • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

Worldwide Product Support

    • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
    • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

Standard Equipment

  • Certificates
    • IBC seismic and wind Certifications
  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner
    • Cartridge type air filter
  • Circuit breakers
    • Second circuit breaker box
    • Power terminal strip
    • Breakers (100% UL rated)
    • 3-Pole 100% rated
  • Charging System
    • NFPA battery charger UL10A 120VAC
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.2 Control panel
  • Exhaust System
    • Stub pipe, gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
  • Fuel System
    • Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied base, formed steel with single wall integral 24-hour fuel tank
  • Cooling System
    • Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Radiator and cooling fan with guards
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • Radiator stone guard
  • Control Panels
    • NFPA110 bundle includes:
    • WCA1 Low coolant temperature alarm
    • FSS Low fuel level alarm & indication panel circuitry required when sub-base tank is selected
    • WSS1 Low coolant level shut down
    • PBC10NU NFPA battery charger
    • Oil temperature gauge and sender
    • PAA1 Panel mounted audible alarm
    • A Coolant heater, remote annunciator or 0.8 power factor test may be required depending on the application
    • Audible alarm
    • Remote E-stop button
    • Ground fault relay
    • Discrete I/O module
    • Remote annunciator module
    • Volt free contacts genset run and common alarm
    • Fuel level reading
    • Protective devices:
    • Low coolant temperature alarm
    • Low coolant level shutdown
    • Overload shutdown via breaker
  • Generator
    • 12 Leads
  • Governing System
    • Mechanical and electrical governing system - model dependent
  • Lube System
    • Lubricating oil
    • Oil drain line with valve
  • General
    • Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Starting/Charging System
    • Batteries
    • 24V battery with rack and cables

Optional Equipment

  • Certificates
    • IBC seismic and wind Certifications
  • Air Inlet System
    • Cartridge type air filter
  • Alternator System
    • R Frame auxilliary winding
  • Charging System
    • NFPA battery charger UL10A 120VAC
  • Circuit breakers
    • Breakers (100% UL rated)
    • Power terminal strip
    • 3-Pole 100% rated
    • Second circuit breaker box
  • Control Panels
    • Volt free contacts genset run and common alarm
    • Oil temperature gauge and sender
    • Remote E-stop button
    • Protective devices: Low coolant temperature alarm - Low coolant level shutdown - Fuel level reading - Overload shutdown via breaker
    • Audible alarm
    • Remote annunciator module
    • Discrete I/O module
    • NFPA110 bundle includes: FSS Low fuel level alarm & indication panel circuitry required when sub-base tank is selected - WSS1 Low coolant level shut down - WCA1 Low coolant temperature alarm - PAA1 Panel mounted audible alarm - PBC10NU NFPA battery charger - A Coolant heater ,remote annunciator or 0.8 power factor test may be required depending on the application
    • Ground fault relay
  • Cooling System
    • Radiator transition flange
  • Enclosures
    • External emergency stop
    • Sound attenuated enclosure, Level 2
    • Panel viewing window
  • Exhaust System
    • 10, 25 and 35 dBA silencer systems
    • Overhead silencer mounting kit
  • Fuel System
    • 5 Gallon spill containment
    • 209 and 394 gallon sub-base fuel tanks
    • Tank riser
    • Emergency vent pipe
    • 5 Gallon fill containment
  • Heating Elements
    • Coolant heater
    • Wiring for canopy space heater
    • Battery heater
    • Lube oil sump heater
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Wiring for canopy space heater
    • Jacket water heater
  • Generators
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
  • Mounting System
    • Seismic vibration isolators
  • Tests
    • 4 Hour factory test
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • Generator test report

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